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Another shop closes at Northampton's Grosvenor Centre
Another retailer has left Northampton's Grosvenor Centre, marking the latest store closure at the town centre shopping destination this year.
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West Northamptonshire Council issues waste disposal warning to students and landlords ahead of summer exodus
Students preparing to move out of rented accommodation for the summer are being urged to dispose of unwanted items responsibly or risk facing fines of up to £1,000.
Northamptonshire football club 'frustrated' as pitches built as part of new housing development stand gated off and empty for two years
A Northamptonshire football club says it is frustrated that football pitches and a community centre built as part of a major housing development have stood locked up and unused for almost two years because of delays over their transfer.
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Michael Thompson: Murder accused laughed in second police interview when asked if he was jealous, jury hears
The murder accused laughed more than once in his second police interview when asked if he was jealous of Kimberley’s online interactions with other men, the jury heard.
Northampton man, 29, pleads guilty to vandalising cars in town neighbourhood – here’s when he will be sentenced
Here’s when a 29 year old man who has pleaded guilty to vandalising cars in a Northampton neighbourhood will be sentenced.
New West Northamptonshire council app lets residents scan rubbish to find out if it can be recycled
Residents across West Northamptonshire are being encouraged to download an updated council app featuring a new AI-powered recycling scanner and easier access to local services.
Northamptonshire cricket coach honoured at Edgbaston ahead of Women's T20 World Cup
A Northamptonshire cricket player and coach has been recognised for her contribution to the sport as part of a national campaign celebrating women who are helping shape the future of the game.
Life-saving air ambulance named Northamptonshire Chamber Charity of the Year
The Air Ambulance Service has been named Northamptonshire Chamber of Commerce's Charity of the Year for 2026/27.
Plans for 850-home development on the outskirts of Northampton thrown out by councillors
Plans to build a major housing development of up to 850 homes on the outskirts of Northampton have been rejected by councillors following strong public opposition.
Jeremy Clarkson's Diddly Squat Farm products now available at Northampton garden centre in partnership designed to spread humour of Amazon show
Products developed with Jeremy Clarkson’s Diddly Squat Farm are now available for fans to buy at a Northampton garden centre.
Northampton care home retains ‘requires improvement’ rating after follow-up inspection to see if improvements had been made on regulation breaches
A Northampton care home has retained its ‘requires improvement’ rating, after a follow-up inspection to see if improvement had been made on regulation breaches identified last year.
Three men sentenced to total of 19 years and former detective handed suspended sentence for smuggling drugs into Northamptonshire prison using drones
Three men have been sentenced to a total of 19 years in prison, and a former detective has been handed a suspended sentence, for smuggling drugs into a Northamptonshire prison, using drones.
Northampton bus route renamed ‘Toney Town’ in honour of England star Ivan Toney
A Northampton bus route has been temporarily renamed in honour of hometown footballer Ivan Toney as England begin their World Cup campaign.
Top cop 'delighted' to welcome new Assistant Chief Constable Jonny Starbuck to Northamptonshire Police
Northamptonshire Police has a new Assistant Chief Constable as Jonny Starbuck has joined the force following a 29-year career with Leicestershire Police.
Michael Thompson: Jury hears details of defendant's first police interview
Details of the first police interview conducted by the accused three days after Kimberley’s death when he was arrested on suspicion of the offence have been revealed to the jury.
Northampton couple give back to neonatal unit that cared for premature son
"When Onyx arrived early, our whole world changed overnight. The team at Gosset Ward were incredible”
Northampton man, 25, jailed for seven years after raping and assaulting woman
A 25-year-old Northampton man has been jailed for seven years after raping and assaulting a woman.
Rush hour traffic in and around Northampton caused by multi-vehicle collision on A45, police confirm
Rush hour traffic in and around Northampton was caused by a multi-vehicle collision on the A45, police have confirmed.
West Northamptonshire Council homelessness policy called in for review amid concerns over out-of-area placements
Opposition councillors on West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) have challenged the administration’s decision to allow families facing homelessness to be offered private rented accommodation instead of temporary or social housing.
Drivers warned of severe delays on A45 in Northampton
Drivers are being warned of severe delays on the A45 in Northampton this morning (Wednesday June 17).